The Editorial Director, Competency is a strategic leadership position within the Content Development Team, combining the unique skillsets of a clinical educator, editor, and operations manager. This individual oversees the content and competency model strategy for the Competency Suite solution, which includes valid and reliable assessments, as well as development content. This person will ensure all content meets HealthStream’s high quality standards and is based on the latest evidence. This person works closely with a team of item writers, subject matter experts (SME), data analysts and a psychometrician, providing strategic leadership and direction. Additionally, they work closely with executive leadership, product management, and other internal stakeholders to support customers’ use of competency-related products. This individual will also act as a subject matter expert at various industry conferences or on virtual webinars.
Key activities include guiding the strategic direction of HealthStream’s competency models, coordinating SME and editorial teams, and working with internal stakeholders to shape and develop the content strategy for our competency solution. Travel is required up to 20% of the time.
Essential Duties Or Responsibilities
Develops and enhances content strategies for healthcare professionals by designing/curating education for clinical staff at all levels of experience (e.g.: novice, intermediate and advanced).
Oversees the generation, testing, and refinement of HealthStream competency models for various healthcare specialties.
Creates and manages detailed content schedules and coordinates content release dates with product management.
Coordinates with product management and content development teams to develop annual content development strategies.
Provides daily operational oversight of competency content development.
Oversees competency editorial team, including program editors, SMEs, copyeditors, etc.
Oversees execution of independent contractor agreements (ICAs) and statements of work (SOWs) with vendors
Oversees the scripting and production of video assets to support competency-based learning
Implements best practices, workflows, job aids, etc. to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of team.
As needed, conducts research and fact checking to ensure content credibility.
Ensures competency content conforms to HealthStream editorial standards.
Works with leadership and competency data team to author product research findings and manage the dissemination and storage of findings.
Serves as point person for resolving content challenges.
May at times author content, based on priorities, bandwidth, and resources.
Sets an example of clinical excellence that inspires and guides others to always reach for the highest standard.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Degree in Nursing profession required. Advanced degree and/or certification in nursing professional development strongly preferred.
Previous experience working in a clinical editorial content leadership role for at least 2 - 5 years.
Previous experience working as a program editor for 6 - 10 years.